Rodos Good Taste Restaurant in Binnenstad-Noord

(I take my previous review back... it seems that I misunderstood the situation and I apologise. The restaurant is lovely, by all means, eat here!)

very nice and excellent authentic food We Loved it!

Fantastic experience! The food was truly exceptional, authentic, and prepared with high-quality ingredients. Every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. The owner was incredibly kind, welcoming, and attentive, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. A Greek restaurant that I would highly recommend to anyone who loves great food and genuine hospitality. We will definitely be back!

We liked it very much and we recommend it. Everything was delicious.

We were early but not the first guests; the reception was curt, bordering on unfriendly. We quickly ordered some drinks and the menu was placed on the table. The food arrived quickly and we ate it all. Paid and left, that was about it. No atmosphere, no personal touch. The food is good but, in my opinion, too expensive for what you get. And on the bill: TIP IS NOT INCLUDED. We are in Leiden, not North America.

Unbelievable: €59 for two containers and zero service I am truly baffled. We ate here as a couple and had to pay €59 for two portions of souvlaki. A fair price for this food would be around €30 to €35, but certainly not nearly €60! Moreover, the portions were far too small: a few pieces of chicken breast, some potatoes, and a tiny bit of salad. It wasn't even enough for us, and we had to make our own rice at home to fill ourselves up. I eat Greek food often, but I have never experienced anything like this. For this price, you expect quality and service, but we were given cold plastic containers for a premium price. I will never come back here. Response to the owner: Thank you for your feedback. Let me start by saying: the quality of the food was good and we enjoyed it, but that is not the point here. For €30 per person, you should simply be able to feel satisfied. We came to pick up the food precisely because I didn't want to cook that day. But because the portions were so small, I still had to go into the kitchen at home to make extra rice because we were still hungry. That shouldn't happen when you pay €60. I have another free tip for you: rice and bread are not expensive. If you had added some extra rice or a few pieces of fresh bread, we would have been satisfied and I wouldn't have had to cook myself after all. I am always honest in my reviews and I hope you take this into account as an improvement for your future customers.

Very tasty food (though really on the pricey side), but a rude host who communicates unclearly and introduces a dish of the day without any explanation; particularly unwelcoming. Furthermore, not to mention the fact that a bottle of water is placed on the table without being ordered, and you have to pay 7.50 euros for it. Not a practice that makes me happy.

The restaurant has a fantastic atmosphere, with super polite and friendly staff. We also had nice conversations with the owner. And then the food – truly world-class! We enjoyed it immensely.

we wanted to come in the restaurant and the owner(?) / manager refused us the seating claiming that they will not be able to serve us in an hour (there was another reserve in an hour from then). the only thing we wanted to was to have a quick drink and eat some bites, which we voiced to this person, yet we were still refused, because the owner did not want to « rush the kitchen ». That’s a pity, because I really loved the place, we came there with my family 3 years ago and i had amazing memories, and now i wanted to show it to my friends, at least for an hour, so hearing such a rude unapologetic response was definitely unexpected.

Reasonably good, but incredibly expensive

Great place for a nice meal with great wine pairings. Lamb chops were absolutely amazing would recommend 10/10.

We went last Friday. Very cozy and intimate atmosphere. Real stars in the service, who really won us over! We had a lovely meal and drinks just the two of us. Definitely recommended!

Cozy Greek restaurant with a menu featuring many traditional Greek dishes. Friendly and attentive owner. The lamb shank was delicious.

Despite the service was slow, the food was delicious, the staff was extremely friendly and the environment was great.

As true Greece lovers, we were looking forward to a truly "Greek" meal. The restaurant was beautiful and the service friendly. However, we unfortunately found the price-quality ratio unbalanced. Although the dishes tasted good (for me, the souflaki), we felt they weren't distinctive enough for the price. There were also no side dishes like salad and/or rice, which would provide a touch of variety instead of just meat and fries. On a busy Saturday night, you sit close together because it's not a large restaurant and it gets packed. We were seated at a round table, so my chair was halfway into the aisle, which made me feel cramped with waiters constantly walking by with trays. "Given our expectations, we ultimately found the experience somewhat disappointing; we won't be returning to Rodos Good Taste." This visit remains our only option.

The food was delicious and the service was excellent. Rodos showcases more of Greek cuisine than most other Greek restaurants I've encountered in the Netherlands. Highly recommended!

The food was pretty good! We'll be back!

The food was fantastic. Thank you!

The menu was with only a few items available. The portions were small, and unfortunately, three of us experienced stomach issues after the meal. On a positive note, the staff were welcoming and friendly.

Very friendly stall, good food and cozy interior

Excellent dinner on Christmas Day 2025. Friendly service and delicious dishes.

We had a wonderful meal, delicious dishes and great flavors. A charming place with excellent service.

Enjoy delicious food and drinks with lots of homemade desserts 👌🏻👌🏻

Best Greek restaurant I've been. Konstantinos was great, very helpful and friendly!

We had a delicious meal there, and the atmosphere was super relaxed. Great team, definitely recommended.

Amazing food, but too expensive

Fantastic place to dine. The food was top-notch, but the host and waiters made the difference. Despite all the tables being full, everyone received attention and felt welcome.

Always delicious here and the staff are friendly. It can be a bit drafty at times when people linger at the door, but that's manageable.

I wish there was a Greek food restaurant this outstanding back home! Trust Pavlos and the staff for warmth & outstanding dining. This time we enjoyed all the appetizers & artisanal Baklava ice cream. Hard to pick a favorite dish because they were each fabulous. Everything beautifully presented as art rich with colors. Pavlos paired the wine wonderfully with the food. Seated at the front window table, we saw passerby's longingly look at our dishes. Whenever I am in The Netherlands, I make certain to dine at Rodos.

Food is so amazing here; we never know what to choose because it all seems great. Both of my experiences here were that I left with a very very satisfied stomach and experience. The staff is really friendly and just... the vibe of Rodos makes you feel like you are on holiday. Prices are a bit expensive but it's worth it if you want to treat yourself. Highly recommend!

Delicious food, lovely decor, attentive service. Try the baklava ice cream!

We ended our day in Leiden at this restaurant. Friendly staff, good service, and excellent food. We had a great time, and so did the kids. Highly recommended!

Love everything about this place. The food is excellent - high quality gourmet, warm and gracious service, beautiful decor and ambiance. Really makes for a lovely escapist Greek evening, and is one of the best restaurants in Leiden.

Delicious and good food. I really enjoyed it, and the quality and quantity are excellent. The service is friendly.

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 for service, ambiance, & taste! I honestly would give 6 stars if that were possible! Thanks again for a wonderful meal and to the team for their great service!

Charming restaurant in the center of Leiden. A bit noisy though, as the tables aren't far apart. I found it a bit too dark inside. The staff was friendly, but communication wasn't always great. The food was good quality. The starters were delicious, and the meat for the main course was wonderfully tender. The dessert, the baklava, was sweet but very tasty! We had a lovely evening!

2 nights ago we went for dinner at Rodos restaurant. What a gem! Food, service, atmosphere were excellent so 6 stars from us. We had a variety of dishes fresh, homemade, tasteful and well presented. We will definitely visit soon and thank you for your warm hospitality!

Really good food (small portion for the price though). Service was great and the restaurant is very beautiful.

Delicious food, great value for money, friendly staff and cozy atmosphere!

You're not welcome between 3 and 5, not even for a drink. It's not clearly stated anywhere, and it's not communicated politely at all. The man likes to get into (unwanted) arguments with you. What a shame!

The food was nothing special and very salty, with only one cube of feta in the Greek salad. Apparently, for authentic Greek cuisine, you really have to go to Greece.

Food was so good and the service was super professional and time efficient. Asked my Greek what she thought of the menu, this was her response

The food is nice but portion sizes are a bit too small for what they cost. Service is friendly

Prices are deceptive. You pay €45 per person for the mezedes, which ultimately only contained a few bites of meat. The quantity was extremely disappointing.

Nice greek options, great terrace. Portion sizes can be better

We ordered the special menu of €45 per person and got a couple of small dishes. I was expecting a main course but they already wanted to give us the menu to order desert. Very disappointing, and I will never go back.

Delicious Greek food. Good and fast service. Hospitable. Lovely waterfront location.

Good on and taste fast service.

Delicious Greek food and friendly staff.

So good! Please don’t ever change the level of your food, good Greek food is quite difficult to find in the Netherlands! Never disappoints :)

Delicious food, small menu but highly recommended

We visited Rodos Good Taste Restaurant hoping for a nice dinner but unfortunately, we had to leave before even placing an order. One of the waiters was rude, cynical, and completely disrespectful from the moment we arrived. In Greece, we’ve always had warm and welcoming experiences at restaurants, but here was the opposite. The staff member’s attitude made us feel extremely uncomfortable. Hospitality matters – and sadly, it was completely missing here.

Really good fish, great service and atmosphere. Their mint infused ouzo is amazing as well.

Very nice place, delicious food and super service 👌🏼

Quiet place. Very good and plentiful food. Reasonable value for money, worth paying a little extra. I recommend it. Excellent service, attention, and explanation of the food.

Das Restaurant war unter der Woche nicht stark besucht. Der Service aber sehr freundlich und nett. Man kann sich in verschiedenen Sprachen unterhalten. Die Weine sind alle aus Griechenland und sehr gut. Die Speisekarte für einen Griechen sehr übersichtlich, hat aber trotzdem alles was man dort isst. Pulpo als Vorspeise mit dem passendem Weisswein, Ein Gedicht. Lamm und Huhn als Hauptgang, ebenfalls zum Geniessen. Dazu der passende Rotwein Und natürlich ein Dessert. Danach gab es noch einen Uso aufs Haus. Vielen Dank es war ein super gemütlicher Abend.

A cozy place with amazing Greek food that tastes homemade. The service is friendly and welcoming. The owner treats you like family and makes sure you’re happy. A great spot you’ll want to come back to.

Greek service and atmosphere, friendly people. The food was good and the terrasse on the canal lovely. I would recommend you to have reservation if you want to have diner after 7pm, especially the terrasse.

Great Greek food made by actual Greeks. Tasty food and good service. Will definitely go again!

The food was very tasty. We chose meze, calamari, salmon and meatballs. The waiters were very polite and good. This quality of food is among the best I have eaten recently. Thank you Rhodes restaurant

Went here with a friend for lunch and had such a great experience. We were in the mood for good comfort food, and Rodos Good Taste delivered exactly that. We initially asked to move to a different table for a bit more shade, and the staff handled it immediately and kindly, which we really appreciated. The food was delicious, the service was quick, and what stood out was how attentive the team was. Whenever we needed something, they noticed and responded right away. It’s a lovely place to relax, eat well, and feel genuinely welcomed. We’ll definitely be coming back!

The best shop I've been to in Germany and the Netherlands, everything was impeccable, well done, fields

Unfortunately no photos were taken since we ate everything the moment they arrived.😅 the restaurant it self is very beautiful. The service was excellent, and the food was AMAZING! As a greek that lives in the Netherlands, I've been to a good amount of restaurants looking for decent greek taste, and I've never tasted anything like it. And I swear it tastes even better than some greek restaurants in Greece. Such great quality of ingredients and so nicely made. We will definitely visit again and recommend anyone to visit there.

Certainly a restaurant working hard, but was a mismatch in palate. Not for me.

Nice food, place is a bit loud if it’s busy. Everything’s homemade but I found staff to be a bit terse.

This restaurant is wonderful. Service: second to none. Venue: perfect - we began the meal on the canal at sunset (starters and drinks), then continued with our main meals inside the restaurant. Food: portions generous, great quality, very tasty, and certainly with the ‘home made’ vibe. Thank you to the Owner and his great team.

Booked this based on high ratings but disappointed in the very average food.

Excellent (make a reservation!)

Lovely place, people and delicious food!

Niet echt een gezellig restaurant. Modern en weinig Grieks. De kaart vermeldt wel Griekse gerechten, maar alleen de saus had bij ons een Grieks tintje. De inktvisringen konden net zo goed Zeeuws, Leids of Duits zijn. Hetzelfde geldt voor de gegrilde kipfilet; gewoon kip dus met een sausje. De gerechten stonden vrij snel achter elkaar op tafel, waardoor we het idee kregen dat de tafel weer snel vrij moest zijn. Tempo eten dus. Maar de gerechten waren van goede kwaliteit, dat wel.

True Greek style ... we loved the food. Friendly staff - thank you guys! We do recommend

Absolutely wonderful restaurant! The food was spot on. Our moussaka was delicious as was the prawn starter. Very fresh. The service was excellent and our waiter was very nice and friendly. Go get your delicious taste of Greece!

One of our favorite places when we lived in Leiden and we always come back here when we visit Leiden. Very good night, lovely atmosphere and Pavlos and his staff are fantastically nice. We will be back!

We had a great experience together with friends. We had the classics from the menu and it was as good as always. Pavlos and his team is giving superb service. We are coming back every time we are in Leiden.

Ok food. Nothing special. Friendly staff. I would say average overall.

The restaurant is in a great location. The service is very bad. Drinks (2 glasses of wine) after more than half an hour. The food was brought backwards. Waiting again…..🤨🧐 Price performance far too expensive.

Entramos por casualidad. Espectacular! Muy recomendable. Raciones bastante contundentes y comida casera buenísima!

The food was OK, nothing special for the price. I would say that the prices were disproportionate for what we got. We were expecting more honestly. We waited more than an hour for the food, they didn't apologize whatsoever. On the other hand, their attitude was terrible, they did not greet us goodbye and overall they were acting really arrogant towards us. I would not recommend this place, really overrated!

Great food ansd great service. Periklis was amazing and very friendly. He took time to explain the menu to us and recommended the best dishes. Thank you

I ate there while visiting Leiden. The restaurant is really nice and the food was very tasty and filling

Had a delicious meal with my three adult children. Because the place was full, reservations were really necessary.

Delicious food! Seen all of Greece and eating here brought back the memories!

Excellent and fresh Greek food! Our friend with gluten and lactose intolerances was able to choose from several options as well, including a delicious vegan dessert. Ambience is charming and our server was so lovely and nice. We even got to try the house ouzo at the end. Yamas!

All round wonderful. Nice people. Delicious food.

We had a great meal, the service is excellent and the ambiance is fantastic. you can't really ask for anything more if you want to enjoy a cozy evening. Well done for the unforgettable experience and thank you very much for your Greek hospitality.

First class in every respect. The hosting, the service and especially the food was all outstanding. The starters were excellent, calamari was perfectly cooked and the saganaki was delicious. Lamb rack was cooked perfectly and very high quality. Baklava was exceptional. Thanks for a great evening.

Fantastic Greek food! I knew it would be good but it exceeded my expectations. Every bite was fantastic, and our waiter was super friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back!

We visited Rodos a week ago and honestly, we never had a more pleasant meal. Absolutely love this place! The restaurant offers a perfect blend of Greek taste and ambiance. The service was outstanding. Giorgos and the owner Pavlos were very helpful and recommended some outstanding dishes for us. Definitely 5 out of 5!! p.s must try the greek baklava ice cream!!

Very nice and romantic atmosphere. The waiters were very attentive and kind. Foodwise it was very delicious and worth the price, which is by the way totally ok for the portions and quality. Highly recommend if you want to go for a great greek restaurant. Btw there is beer from a microbrew from Euboea with a great and fruity IPA

The food was OK, but at 43 euro, the mezedes were really expensive for what it was. Small portions for a bigger price. A pity.

Excellent food and pleasant service!

24.12. visit Nice atmosphere The staff is friendly Food is average Ouzo is impressive!!

A special shop with carefully selected flavors from Greek cuisine and good wine. Staff willing and smiling. A piece of Greece in a warm environment. We will get back to you. We thank the owner for his care.

Real Greek food, with real Greek service. From the moment you enter until you leave, you are in Greece for a while. The food was delicious and the service was very good. One of the few Greek restaurants in the Netherlands that really feels Greek.

We had a wonderful experience at Rodos restaurant! The atmosphere was warm and inviting. We ordered the mezedes menu. It was delicious, made with high-quality ingredients that really stood out. The service was very friendly and quick. As a Greek, I highly recommend Rodos in the heart of Leiden for an authentic and delightful Greek cuisine experience!

Delicious food! I had the Souvlaki-Bifteki and my friend had lamb. Very tender, very tasty. Nice atmosphere with very friendly people. And learned some new Greek words :-)

Family restaurant. Best tender rack of lamb and souvlaki bifteki ever eaten! Absolutely recommended!

Restaurant is fine Owner is a bit pushy and harasses staff

Lovely restaurant, cozy atmosphere, quick and friendly service. And the food was delicious. Definitely worth a reservation.

Niet de klassieke Griek, we hebben heerlijk gegeten met ons vieren. Diverse voor- en hoofdgerechten allemaal smaakvol!